By creating your own energy, you gain energy independence.
RESIDENTIAL POWER
Lower your energy bill
The cost of electricity rises on average 7% per year nation-wide. Solar power can help offset these increasing costs.
By installing a home solar system, you become your own energy provider, reducing your electricity costs for the next 25+ years. Your utility company will track your electricity usage through net metering and credit you for the solar power you produce. Your savings can increase (typically doubling every 12 years) as electricity prices rise. By producing your own electricity, you gain energy independence, reduce your exposure to rapidly-accelerating utility costs and increase your financial security.
Increase your property value
Adding a capital asset to your property and reducing annual operating costs increases your home's value. In fact, every $1 reduction in annual utility bills adds $20 to the value of the home. For example, if you spent $28,000 on a solar system today, it might save you $1,500 in energy expenses in year one, immediately adding over $30,000 to the resale value of the home. Investments in home energy efficiency are traditionally valued based on how quickly the investment pays for itself. Because these investments also add value to the home, they can be recovered at sale. For residential solar, this value often amounts to half of the original investment after claiming all incentives and tax credits. Homeowners worldwide are installing solar technology because it's an investment that pays.
It's more affordable than you might think
The size and cost of your solar installation depends on your goals. Other factors, such as your average electrical usage, climate and roof angle are also important. The first step is to determine how much you want to lower your electricity bill and what percentage of your electricity you want to come from solar. A hybrid installation (some energy from the utility company and some from solar) can help maximize your investment. We will help you determine the best solution to meet your needs. Investment in a solar system typically returns more than twice its cost in electricity savings over 25 years.
Current incentives lower the cost even further
With new federal and state incentives, solar is more accessible than ever before. The federal tax credit for residential installations reduces your cost by 30%. Each state offers additional rebates and tax credits as well.
